Becker's Healthcare September 13, 2024
ASCs in many regions are facing increased patient volume and demand for care while margins remain tight and staff shortages loom.
Three ASC recently shared how they are adapting to the “new normal” in their markets.
1. Longer hours. ASCs are seeing an increase in demand for care as the aging population grows and more procedures are approved for the outpatient setting. The high demand means ASCs are expanding capacity by staying open longer, adding days or building on additional ORs.
“With volume and access at the forefront, we have reviewed the business hours of operation,” said Johnny Russell, director of area operations at Sutter Health in Sacramento. “The ASC world is changing fast and operating Monday through Friday from...